Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRing ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm

Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm

England
List entry 1006004
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm is a Neolithic and Bronze Age ceremonial monument situated in Suffolk, England. The site comprises a series of ring ditches, earthwork features characteristic of prehistoric ritual and funerary practice, with structure S representing a distinct ritual or domestic element within the broader monument complex. These features date to the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods, indicating use spanning several millennia of prehistory. The monument's designation reflects its archaeological significance as evidence of ritual activity and settlement patterns in ancient East Anglia, though the specific functions of individual structures remain subjects of ongoing archaeological interpretation.

Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006004. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm?

Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm is a Neolithic and Bronze Age ceremonial monument situated in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006004.

Who is responsible for protecting Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm?

Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1006004.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ashen House moat and fishpond, 500m north of St Augustine's Church. (1.6 km), Whitley House moated site (2 km), West End House moated site, 640m west of St Lawrence's Church (2.3 km).

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